Nissan Management Changes Announced
>NASHVILLE, Tenn. In a move to enhance performance across key areas within its North American operations, Nissan today announced a number of leadership changes effective Dec. 1, unless otherwise noted. "These moves will help us achieve the objectives of Nissan's Power 88 mid-term business plan in the newly announced No ... Continue reading
Chrysler's Annual Food Drive in Conjunction With United Auto Workers Helps Fight Hunger
Auburn Hills, Mich .November 22, 2013; With Thanksgiving approaching, Chrysler Group LLC employees across the Midwest took time time out from building cars and trucks Thursday, to help make sure their neighbors enjoy a traditional Thanksgiving Day dinner. Across Illinois, Indiana, Michigan and Ohio Chrysler employees d ... Continue reading
ExxonMobil and Toyota Racing Development, U.S.A. Extend Lubricant Technology Partnership
Renewal agreement continues successful partnership built on performance and efficiency benefits of Mobil 1 motor oils The TRD-specific Mobil 1 motor oils technology deliver outstanding protection, performance and power via unique formulation In the 2013 season, teams using TRD-supplied NASCAR engines with Mobil 1 techn ... Continue reading
Safety investigators for the U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) have ordered Phoenix-based Autobuses Rayon, Inc., USDOT No. 2011920, to immediately cease all passenger transportation operations after finding that the company was endangering the traveling public by fa ... Continue reading
B3C Fuel Solutions STOPS FUEL DECAY With New FUEL LIFE Technology
B3C Fuel Solutions, LLC, a manufacturer of environmentally friendly products and solutions for ethanol and bio-fuel related problems, announces new FUEL LIFE Technology. This state-of-the-art technology is designed to keep fuel completely stabilized and water free, and has the power to virtually eliminate the need for ... Continue reading
A celebration of Ford Mustang will take place April 16 through April 20, 2014, to honor 50 years of the iconic car Open to enthusiasts from around the world, the event is so large it will be held at two locations â Las Vegas Motor Speedway and Charlotte Motor Speedway Fans will enjoy a wide range of events from ca ... Continue reading
Subaru Doubles The Love And Extends Charitable Reach During Sixth Annual "Share The Love" Event
Subaru of America, Inc. has announced it will donate up to $10 million to charitable partners during its sixth annual "Share the Love" event. From Nov. 21, 2013 to Jan. 2, 2014, Subaru will donate $250 for every new Subaru vehicle sold or leased to the customer's choice of the following charities: ASPCA, Make-A-Wish, M ... Continue reading
âThe STM strives to become the best public transit authority in the world in its categoryâ Volvo Groupâs (STO:VOLVA) (STO:VOLVB) North American subsidiary, Nova Bus, and the Société de transport de Montréal, STM, have entered into an agreement on an electrification project for the public transit ... Continue reading
mPower Technologies Inc. , the consumer products division of mPhase Technologies, Inc. (OTCQB: XDSL), announced today new opportunities for distribution partners in the auto accessories category. Officially launched on November 5, 2013 at the SEMA show, the mPower Jump It is an extremely powerful and portable car batte ... Continue reading
Hertz To Save Millions of Gallons of Water Annually by Introducing a Waterless Car Wash Process
In a continued effort to reduce the environmental footprint of its operations, The Hertz Corporation rolled out a waterless, non-toxic "green clean" car washing process at more than 220 neighborhood locations across the United States. As one of the largest car rental companies in the world, Hertz plans to expand this t ... Continue reading
Ford Automotive Parts Supplier Expands to Kansas City
Grupo Antolin North America to invest nearly $16M, create 118 new jobs -- The Kansas City Area Development Council announced today that Grupo Antolin North America will invest more than $15.7 million in a 148,800-sq.-ft. automotive manufacturing facility at 1601 Southern Road, creating an estimated 118 new jobs. Grupo ... Continue reading
The Grimaldi Group Receives The 2013 Logistics Supplier Award From Fiat-Chrysler
On the 13th of November 2013, in the framework of the Supplier Qualitas Convention, the Grimaldi Group received from Fiat-Chrysler, The Qualitas Award 2013 in the Supply Chain/Logistics Supplier category. ... Continue reading
Art Exhibit Celebrates Chrysler Workers' Multiple Talents, Creativity in Manufacturing Process
The UAW and Chrysler Group LLC today unveiled an art show that recognizes multidimensional employees from the shop floor and celebrates the role of the creative process in manufacturing automobiles. The jointly sponsored 2013-2014 Artists at Work Exhibition features 92 pieces of art by 50 UAW-represented and non-bargai ... Continue reading
KarFarm Exits Beta, Goes Live At 2013 LA Auto Show
An innovative approach to buying your next new car debuts this week during the opening of the 2013 LA Auto Show. The cofounders and partners of KarFarm, a San Francisco based startup, will be on hand to give LA Auto Show attendees an early look at the new site. Launching with 7 manufacturers in six markets and with ove ... Continue reading
Shopping Encore: Top Tips for Holiday Shopping Season
Whether hitting the stores before dawn on Black Friday or scrambling to find that final gift on December 24, the Buick Encore offers a balance of parcel-packing efficiency and safe navigation of the ins-and-outs of mall parking spaces. With the holiday shopping season starting earlier than ever, Buick is collaborating ... Continue reading
UAW-GM Fundraiser Supports Moms and Babies
The UAW-GM Center for Human Resources, in partnership with the Michigan Chapter of the March of Dimes, today drew the winning raffle ticket for a new 2014 Buick LaCrosse, awarded in the March of Dimes Annual Campaign. This yearâs proceeds contribute to more than $1.3 million raised by UAW-GM locations since 2006. ... Continue reading
Cadillac CTS Named 2014 Car and Driver 10 Best
The 2014 Cadillac CTS sedan is again one of Car and Driver magazineâs 10 Best cars, the sixth time a CTS model has made the list. "CTS is Cadillac's centerpiece, and earning this major accolade represents another important step in our mission," said Bob Ferguson, senior vice president Global Cadillac. The CTS/CTS- ... Continue reading
Chevrolet Introduces Two New Sedans to Sonic Family
Chevrolet today announced two new sedan options to the Sonic lineup in 2014 â the performance-inspired RS and the stylish Dusk â further demonstrating the brandâs commitment to the subcompact segment and to offering younger buyers expressive options at affordable prices. The suggested retail price for ... Continue reading
Cadillac ELR Could Benefit from OnStar-enabled solutions
The Cadillac ELR will be Smart Grid ready as soon as it comes off the production line. Using the luxury coupeâs extended range electric vehicle technology combined with OnStarâs cloud-based connection, the ELR will be able to communicate with the electric grid and potentially save energy. ELR owners will h ... Continue reading
Chevrolet Volt Owners Silence California Gas Pumps
Electric vehicles, well known for silent driving, also are muting the ding of gas pumps. In less than three years, Chevrolet Volt owners in California have driven more than 130 million all-electric miles, avoiding use of an estimated 7 million gallons of gas â enough to mute gas pumps across the state for nearl ... Continue reading
Harley-Davidson Helps Stumped Holiday Shoppers With "Naughty List" Gift Guide And Pinterest Board
On a mission to ignite more fun, attitude and a little rebellion into the holidays, Harley-Davidson introduces the company's new online Gift Guide at h-d.com/holiday. ... Continue reading
Almost a third of drivers write down driving directions
As the country gears up for a busy travel season with Americans crowding the roads to be with loved ones, it's likely that many will need some help navigating to a friend or relatives' for Thanksgiving dinner. And while too many drivers still use their phones behind the wheel, new research from Mintel reveals that 31% ... Continue reading
Superb Fourth Win For Skoda At Professional Driver Awards
The SKODA Superb hatch has been named 'Private Hire Car of the Year' at the 2013 Professional Driver Awards. ... Continue reading
Lancaster Insurance Classic Motor Show Celebrates 30th Year With A Record Breaking Crowd
Another year older and another record broken! The Lancaster Insurance Classic Motor Show celebrated its 30th birthday in style as 65,000 motoring enthusiasts gathered at Birmingham's NEC over the three-day classic event. ... Continue reading
Isuzu Truck Technicians Head To Japan For World Technical Competition
At the end of November, a team of 2 highly-skilled dealer technicians representing Isuzu Truck in the UK, head off to Tokyo to compete in Isuzu's week-long, World Technical Skills Competition. ... Continue reading
Ford Encourages More Female Engineers With Extension To Scholarship Scheme
Ford has announced an extension to the Blue Oval Scholarship scheme in a new initiative that aims to encourage as many women as men to consider a career in engineering. ... Continue reading
Fiat And British Cycling Extend Partnership
FIAT Group Automobiles UK has extended its role as Official Vehicle Supplier to the National Governing Body of British Cycling until 2016. ... Continue reading
New Record For Aston Martin DB2/4 MK III
A stunning 1958 Aston Martin DB2/4 MK III that sold at Silverstone Auctions' sale at the Lancaster Insurance Classic Motor Show is believed to be the highest price ever paid for the coupé model at auction. ... Continue reading
Subaru Levorg Concept Makes Tokyo Debut
The all-new Subaru Levorg sports tourer concept made its world premiere this week at the 2013 Tokyo Motor Show, hinting at a new vehicle currently under development for market launch in Japan in 2014. ... Continue reading
New Lexus CT 200h Delivers More Comfort And Greater Refinement
A new, more comfortable and refined Lexus CT 200h will be launched in the UK and Europe in March next year. ... Continue reading
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